The Rehabilitation Nurse Is Working Closely with a Patient Who

Multiple Choice

The rehabilitation nurse is working closely with a patient who has a new orthosis following a knee injury. What are the nurses responsibilities to this patient? Select all that apply.

A) Help the patient learn to apply and remove the orthosis.
B) Teach the patient how to care for the skin that comes in contact with the orthosis.
C) Assist in the initial fitting of the orthosis.
D) Assist the patient in learning how to move the affected body part correctly.
E) Collaborate with the physical therapist to set goals for care.